Import-Export Access Summit
OFFICIAL T20 SIDE TABLE
Partners & Sponsors
Report
Unlocking Special Economic Zones (SEZ) – Connecting Africa to Global Trade
13 October 2025 | Rustenburg
The Import-Export Access Summit (IEAS), hosted by The Access Group under the auspices accreditation of T20 Task Force 1: Trade & Investment, is a premier side event of South Africa’s G20 Presidency.
This high-level platform connects export-ready SMMEs, youth enterprises, investors, and policymakers, in the North-West Province, turning trade policy into real opportunities.
With a focus on the Special Economic Zone (SEZ), the summit is where African innovation meets global markets, unlocking investment, stimulating industrial growth, and building sustainable trade partnerships.
About the T20 - THINK 20
The Think 20 (T20) is the official think tank engagement group of the G20. It brings together top global research institutes and policy experts to guide G20 decisions with evidence-based recommendations.
In 2025, South Africa’s T20 is championing Solidarity, Equality, and Sustainability with African priorities at its core. Task Force 1 – Trade & Investment aligns directly with the IEAS vision to spur industrialisation, exports, and job creation through the SEZ.
Previous Engagements
From China-SA Business & Arts Exchanges (2024) to Ukraine-SA Roundtables (2025) and attending the annunal Black Business Council Summits (2025), The Access Group has consistently connected local enterprises to global opportunities, making the IEAS a natural next step in this journey.
Our Summit Goals
Policy in Action
Showcase real-world trade incentives, compliance tools, and funding access.
Youth & Startups
Spotlight innovation pipelines and market access for township-based enterprises.
Investment Attraction
Position SEZ's as hubs for advancing manufacturing and exports.
Skills & Workforce Readiness
Integrate training, SETAs, and incubation hubs for global competitiveness.
High-Impact Engagement - Moderated by Human Rights Commission
Panel 1
Export Readiness & Trade Incentives – North West focus
Panel 2
Youth & Startups Driving Export Innovation
Panel 3
Finance & Technology for Trade
Panel 4
Branding Africa – Leveraging “Made in SA” Globally
Breakaway Session A
Digital Enablement & Trade Intelligence
Breakaway Session B
SEZ Compliance & Customs
Breakaway Session C
Corporate Procurement & Supplier Development
REGISTER NOW - CLAIM YOUR SEAT TO GLOBAL MARKETS
Be part of history. Whether as a partner, delegate, or supporter, your participation ensures that Rustenburg and the North West are no longer left behind but placed at the forefront of global conversations.
Register. Partner. Invest. Together we can shape the future.
Outcomes & Legacy
1.
Launch of e-StartExport North-West Hub for SMMEs.
2.
Local Content & Trade Opportunity Map.
3.
Summit Conference Paper and Report submitted to T20 Sacretariat, G20 Presidency and The South African Presidency.
4.
Champion #1MILLIONJOBS4NW campaign towards sustainability, innovation and youth-leadership.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Join as a partner in shaping Africa’s trade future:
Platinum
+ Headline branding
+ Keynote slot
+ Exhibition island
+ Media features
Gold
+ Major branding
+ Panel participation
+ Premium booth
+ Press mention
Silver
+ Brand placement
+ Exhibition booth
+ Social highlights
Benefits include speaking slots, logo placement, media coverage, exhibition space, and inclusion in summit publications.